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Contact Lens Exam in Brentwood
Discover the Freedom and Convenience of Contact Lenses
- Need bifocal or multifocal contacts?
- Rigid gas permeable or soft lenses?
- Disposables, dailies or colored contacts?
Contact lenses give wearers a full field of focused vision no matter where you look. Because they move with your eyes, contacts help allow you to track action with sharp and clear peripheral vision. Moreover, if you lead an active lifestyle, contacts provide more freedom and flexibility to enjoy your favorite sports.
A contact lens exam will help us determine the perfect contact lens fit for your eyes and lifestyle!
What to Expect From Your Contact Lens Exam
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Regular eye exam
During your comprehensive eye exam your optometrist will check that your eyes are healthy and will test your vision to determine your contact lens prescription.
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Contact lens consultation
During your contact lens exam your optometrist will check for dry eye symptoms and consult with you to determine what type of contact lenses are the best fit for your lifestyle and vision needs.
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Contact lens fitting
For ideal vision correction and comfort, contact lenses must fit well. Your optometrist will examine the size and shape of your cornea and pupil to ensure the right fit.
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Contact lens trial and follow-up
Your optometrist will insert trial lenses and ask you to keep them on for 15-20 minutes to be sure the fit is comfortable and vision is clear. After a few days, you'll come in for a follow-up evaluation.
Where Can I Get a Contact Lens Exam?
The right contact lenses, carefully fitted and prescribed by your optometrist, can provide many benefits and prevent discomfort and eye disease.
Once you have determined the right contact lens, you can start enjoying the benefits and freedom of daily or regular contact lens wear.
We offer contact lens exams at our eye clinic and will help determine the best contact lenses for your needs and eye shape. Simply schedule your appointment by contacting Primary EyeCare - Brentwood. in Brentwood today.
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Contact Lens Exams FAQs
Usually, yes. While some types of contact lenses can aggravate symptoms of dry eye syndrome, such as eye dryness, redness and irritation, other contacts are perfectly suitable for dry eyes. Speak with an eye doctor near you regarding your dry eye symptoms, and they'll prescribe the perfect contact lenses for ultimate comfort.
It's a case-by-case basis. Typically, eye doctors don't prescribe contacts to children under the age of 11 or 12, though there are exceptions. Wearing contact lenses requires responsible care, including cleaning and disinfecting routines. Most teenagers can handle contact lens care if they're motivated to wear contacts.
Yes! Even if you're just using contacts to change the color of your eyes, you still need an eye exam and a prescription. Contact lenses are a medical device and require fitting by an eye doctor.
Meet our Eye Doctors
Claire Beaird O.D.
Claire Beaird, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Pikeville – Kentucky College of Optometry in 2023. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry, from Louisiana Tech University…
Shirnil Channappa O.D.
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English
- Accepting New Patients
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
- Professional Certification
Dr. Shirnil Channappa received his undergraduate degree in Life Sciences from Pennsylvania State University in 1995. In May 2000, he graduated from the University of Alabama - Birmingham with his doctorate in Optometry. His interest in…
Nicholas Engle O.D.
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English
- Accepting New Patients
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
- Professional Certification
Nicholas Engle, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in 2007 and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from the University of Northern Iowa. Dr. Engle has always been fascinated with the…
Jessica Ditto O.D.
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English
- Accepting New Patients
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
- Professional Certification
Jessica Ditto, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in 2006 and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Mississippi. Dr. Ditto was born in Tennessee and returned…
Christina Martin O.D.
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English
- Accepting New Patients
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
- Professional Certification
Christina Martin, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry cum laude from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2013 and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with honors from Northern Illinois University. Dr. Martin provides…
Peter Van Hoven O.D.
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English
- Accepting New Patients
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
- Professional Certification
Peter Van Hoven, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from Southern College of Optometry in 1999 and earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Tennessee Technological University. In practice since 1999, Dr. Van Hoven’s…
Kenneth A Young O.D.
Language:
English
- Accepting New Patients
- Family Friendly
- In Person Appointments
- Professional Certification
Kenneth Young, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in 1993, where he was awarded for his diagnosis and treatment of ocular pathology. Dr. Young serves as an FDA Investigator and Associate…
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Angela M. - Jun 4, 2026
My family and I have been patients of Primary Eyecare for decades. From years of exams, eyecare, gl... Show Moreasses and contacts and recently cataract surgery oversight. I find they keep up with the latest technology, techniques and equipment on top of simply being nice and patient listening professionals. Dr Van Hoven is our provider that we trust and return to year after year, even my daughter who is a Dr that resides in CT within a prestigious healthcare community comes back annually to Dr Van Hoven for her eyecare needs. The group at Primary Eyecare is that special in the care they provide.
Contact Lens Exams in Brentwood
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- Monday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Tuesday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Wednesday 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Thursday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Friday 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
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